“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4
Bible Verses About Grief And Sorrow
Psalm 34:18 – God is close to those who are hurting.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
John 16:20 – There is joy after sorrow.
“Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.” – John 16:20
Revelation 21:4 – Comforting promise of the future.
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” – Revelation 21:4
Psalm 147:3 – Healing for the hurting.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
Matthew 11:28 – Invitation to find rest in God.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – God comforts us to comfort others.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Isaiah 61:3 – God’s promise of joy in mourning.
“And provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.” – Isaiah 61:3
1 Thessalonians 4:13 – Hope in loss.
“Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:13
Psalm 30:5 – The cycle of sorrow and joy.
“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” – Psalm 30:5
Isaiah 40:1 – Comfort from God.
“Comfort, comfort my people, says your God.” – Isaiah 40:1
Romans 12:15 – Sharing in grief.
“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” – Romans 12:15
2 Samuel 22:7 – Seeking help in trouble.
“In my distress I called to the Lord; I called out to my God. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came to his ears.” – 2 Samuel 22:7
Psalm 42:11 – Hope in challenging times.
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.” – Psalm 42:11
Lamentations 3:22-23 – God’s faithfulness in sorrow.
“Because of the Lord’s great love, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
Matthew 5:5 – The meek will be rewarded.
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” – Matthew 5:5
Mark 12:30-31 – Love as a response to grief.
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'” – Mark 12:30-31
James 4:9 – Mourning in repentance.
“Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom.” – James 4:9
Philippians 4:6-7 – Peace beyond understanding.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7
Psalm 73:26 – God is our strength.
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” – Psalm 73:26
Psalm 119:28 – Strength in God’s word.
“My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.” – Psalm 119:28
Matthew 14:14 – Jesus cares for the sorrowful.
“When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.” – Matthew 14:14
Hebrews 4:15 – Understanding our struggles.
“For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.” – Hebrews 4:15
Luke 4:18 – Healing broken hearts.
“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” – Luke 4:18
1 Peter 5:7 – Cast your cares on God.
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting God through sorrow.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
Jeremiah 29:11 – Hope for the future.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Psalm 126:5 – Reaping joy from sorrow.
“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” – Psalm 126:5
1 Corinthians 15:54-55 – Victory over death.
“When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: ‘Death has been swallowed up in victory.’ Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” – 1 Corinthians 15:54-55
Psalm 9:9 – Refuge for the oppressed.
“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.” – Psalm 9:9
Micah 7:7 – Waiting for God’s help.
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.” – Micah 7:7
James 1:2-4 – Trials producing joy.
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” – James 1:2-4
Final Thoughts
Grief and sorrow are parts of life that we all go through at different times. The Bible reminds us that we’re not alone in these moments of pain. Through scripture, God provides comfort and hope. It’s so encouraging to know that God cares for us during our hardest times and promises joy will come. We can lean on Him and find peace, knowing that He understands our pain.
As we explore these scriptures, we can find strength in sharing our burdens with each other and supporting those around us who might be grieving. Together, we can encourage each other on this journey, reflecting God’s love and compassion in our actions.
If you’re interested in strengthening your faith further, check out these Bible verses about mental health or Bible verses about keeping your head up. Both can provide comfort and support during hard times.